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Witty FL x Adorkable ML + a cute bun + a talking crochet fox ---------- After the sudden death of her boyfriend, Leslie Song has been single-handedly raising her precious little daughter Calliope. It’s a difficult life, but it’s a happy one. A freak accident puts an end to that. As Leslie lies dying on the road, watching Calliope breathe her last, she curses her helplessness. Calliope’s crochet fox seems to hear her. It opens its mouth and asks, “Do you want to see your daughter again? If so, follow me. Her soul has already left for another world.” Leslie agrees. That’s the last thing she remembers before losing consciousness. When she opens her eyes again, she finds herself—or rather, her soul—standing beside her unconscious body on a hospital bed. “How is this supposed to help me find Calliope!” she exclaims. “This is not your body. Your body is dead. This is my original host, Charlene Li,” explains the toy fox. “You can possess her body to find Calliope, but if you do, you must finish her uncompleted mission for her.” “And what mission is that?” “To marry the second most eligible CEO in the city.” ‘This,’ Leslie concludes, ‘is a scam.’ But she has no other choice. ********** Meanwhile, the second most eligible bachelor in the city, Calix Xu, is patting himself on the back for thwarting his grandmother’s attempts to marry him off. After exhausting all of his tricks and excuses, he has resorted to marrying the comatose daughter of the Li family. Calix smiles, pleased with himself, "Aren't I smart? Grandmother can do nothing now." But… why is he seeing his newly-wedded wife hovering beside her own body? Before he can react, his wife—the moving one—floats towards him. "Husband! Help me find my child!" “Your child?” Calix asks weakly before doing the only reasonable thing he can do in such a situation. He faints. ---------- WSA 2024 entry! Commissioned cover and character images by yuuri_e (Instagram)

Luka Mapolo, accused of murdering the First Lady of the United States, has become the center of international attention. But Luka is no ordinary suspect—he’s a handsome, wealthy, psychology graduate from a powerful political family who also inherited a famous car company. His charm, intelligence, and humility make him impossible to ignore, even as questions about his guilt remain. Sophie Auclair, a writer and one of Luka’s many admirers, decides to reach out to him. What starts as a simple letter turns into a series of exchanges that lead to Sophie writing Luka’s biography. Through prison visits and Luka’s compelling stories, Sophie begins to uncover pieces of his life that are both fascinating and mysterious. When the book is published, it becomes a sensation, sparking protests and calls to reopen the murder case. As Sophie gets closer to Luka, she’s torn between her growing feelings for him and her doubts about his innocence. Did Luka really kill the First Lady? Or is he the victim of a setup? As the truth begins to unravel, Sophie must face the biggest question of all: has she fallen for a killer? A gripping story of love, mystery, and betrayal, Letters to a Killer will keep you hooked until the very last page.

Fresh out of High school, Alex Baker is thrust into the real world when He finds a mysterious basket on his patio. With this fragile heart in the palm of his hands, will he succumb to the pressure, or will he stand tall?

What Does It Means To Be A Human  Emdragon the ruthless lord of the frostfall tower, is dispassionate for her inability to go to the human world, and is willing to risk anything to go there. Her wish is granted but in return, she must be reborn as a human. Would she choose to remain undefeated or loose everything to start from nothing . A wish can be granted but it comes with a cost. This is a story of a sealed god becoming Human.. What To Expect: - Slice Of Life  - Slow Burn  - Superheroes  - Badass and Ruthless Villains  - 2 or More Chapters Everyday - Magical Fantasy Setting - Detailed World Building - Unique power system with cultivation  - System - Smart MC  - Dark (Very Dark In most cases) - Tragedy (But not too much) - Strong MC   Note: not every part of the story will always be a happy slice of life, Emma will also still face dangerous people and otherworldly beings, which will make some chapters dark, so every single part of this story has a meaning that aligns with the title, so if you can't stand some dark and horror chapters then this story isn't you cup.... Humanity comes in all types, so I want to tell it in a way that I can... Thanks for reading this note... Join The Discord Here https://discord.gg/k9MA7ZUQGJ If you want to become a Patreon, you can get access to Advance Chapters, AI Arts and other Perks! You can check it out Here -- patreon.com/P_Magno

Elian, a beggar with nothing to lose, died tragically, only to awaken in the body of the despised bastard son of a powerful Grand Duke in the Arcanoria Empire. His second chance at life quickly turned into a nightmare when the Grand Duke’s household was executed, and Elian was sold into servitude as a courtesan. In this cruel new existence, Elian crossed paths with Izan, the enigmatic crown prince who harbored dark secrets of his own. As they grew closer, a forbidden love began to blossom, one that could upend the delicate balance of power in the empire and destroy them both. Torn between survival, betrayal and desire, Elian and Izan faced impossible choices. Could they defy the forces threatening to tear them apart, or would the empire crush their love before it even had a chance to begin? --- Warning: This book contains mature themes. Join my Discord server: https://discord.gg/NJJKETf4

When an unexpected soul arrives in a world that seems both familiar and strange, what kind of storm will it unleash? Will they blend into the past, becoming a paragon of knighthood, or carve their name into history on the battlefield? Perhaps they’ll tear through the darkness, bringing forth the first light of dawn. But for Norn, the choice is simple: Why choose, when you can have it all? Transported from the modern world to the Middle Ages, the Mike Bai experiences a dramatic shift in time and place, facing both immense conflict and a sense of wonder. Armed with modern knowledge, ideals, and skills, they step into a world starkly different from anything they've known, triggering a series of extraordinary and unpredictable events

Haylie never expected her life to take a supernatural turn. One ordinary night out with her best friend became the catalyst for everything to change. That was the night she met Liam—a man unlike anyone she'd ever known. Haylie was drawn to Liam's charm, but she couldn’t have guessed the secret he carried: he was a wolf shifter. Her world unraveled further when she discovered the truth about her own family. The mother she lost at just five years old had also possessed a wolf side, a heritage Haylie had never imagined. Now, the man she was falling in love with and her father were both connected to a hidden world she barely understood. As Haylie delved deeper into this mysterious legacy, a sinister twist awaited her. Melody, a wicked and vengeful rival, ended Haylie’s life in a treacherous betrayal and took over her identity. Trapped in limbo, Haylie's spirit lingered, tethered to the one person who could save her—Liam. Fate would have to work its magic to reunite Haylie with the man she loved and to give her the chance to reclaim her life. But time was running out, and the battle for her soul had only just begun.

During three years of marriage, his body belonged to her, but his heart always belonged to another woman. No matter how hard she tried, nothing seemed to change that. However, she became pregnant, but unfortunately, he asked her to have an abortion so that she could continue to donate blood to that woman. She decided to divorce and leave him completely. After experiencing immense pain and change, she emerged reborn, which caused him to develop complex emotions for her and seek to restore their marriage...

"You are my treasure, and anyone who touches you is stealing," he said, his possessiveness deep in his bones. That's why, in her past life, Lu Fengxuan ran away desperately until, on her deathbed, she came to a sudden realization. Reborn, she clung tightly to her husband's golden thigh, simultaneously tormenting scumbags and lovey-dovey couples without any delay. Dared they call her stupid, unruly, selfish, and greedy? The lord waved his hand dismissively: "Throw them all into the sea to feed the sharks!" Did they say she disrespected her elders and bullied the younger ones? The lord picked up his child, a smile of utter indulgence on his face, "I've spoiled them. Any objections?"

The ordinary world is not what it seems. Many strange events unfold in the background but go unnoticed by the masses or are covered up. A supernatural world exists along with the natural world which can only be seen by those called Balancers. Spirits and Evil Spirits exist along with Balancers who possess unique powers to see and fight them. Among the many ordinary humans, a girl undergoes a lot of suffering and experiences a prophetic vision. It grants her knowledge of the hidden world and of some future events. The girl loses almost everything she has and then takes the steps needed to become a Balance Breaker. Her past identity has to be abandoned for the sake of survival so she renamed herself Ash. Ash gains the powers of a Skin-Walker and begins living in such a world taking on the appearances of others, experiencing their lives and living under the mask of another person.

Back then I was so dreaming to be transmigrated to some novel or to the pass like what I used to read in a novel. And when I thought god must heard my wish I was so ecstatic but that feeling fly away quickly when I found I was transmigrated to a BL novel, and the worst thing to know is your just a side character?   ' Huh' god most be laughing right now just by watching me go insane!!!  but I was smirking, looking to the clouds, then give the god my middle finger " just watch me how I would ruin this story of yours" and I laughed like some creepy weirdo.

In a dystopian future where Vampires emerged from the shadows in order to stop humanity from becoming extinct, a young woman with a dark past meets a charismatic stranger. As time goes by Private Love Aikawa of military unit 4-7, finds that she may not be as human as she first thought, and that humanity may not be the side that she should be fighting for. Battling rogue vampires, mutated creatures and her own past, Love works to unravel the mysteries behind the secretive Helsing unit. This novel starts intentionally slow through the exposition, everything kicks into gear in the latter half so hope you stick with it and enjoy the ride. I also added some song recommendations along the way to listen to whilst you read certain chapters, I hope this helps boost the experience. Public Spotify playlist for Volume 1 is under the name: TLAR - Book 1 https://open.spotify.com/playlist/07czy216X1xB6F1mfRtl31?si=3cff937234e64589 Please comment and vote for your favourite characters along the way :)

Here’s a brief synopsis for To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee: In the racially segregated town of Maycomb, Alabama, during the 1930s, young Scout Finch and her brother Jem are raised by their widowed father, Atticus, a principled lawyer. Through Scout’s innocent eyes, we witness the struggles of morality and justice as Atticus defends Tom Robinson, a Black man falsely accused of assaulting a white woman. The story delves into themes of prejudice, courage, and empathy, juxtaposed with Scout’s journey of coming of age in a community steeped in fear and intolerance. The mockingbird symbolizes innocence and the harm caused by prejudice, leaving readers with a profound message of hope and humanity.

Reeling from the shame, anger, embarrassment of his break up with the love of his life publicly, Kieran White had gotten involved with a common waitress at the pub he visited. They had hit it off and soon had a one night stand that led to them signing a contract marriage of five years so Kieran could head his family's business. What Edwina Hall had thought was a dream come true soon came shattering with a reality so blindly forced into her face when her husband asked her to sign the divorce papers he presented to her. Devastated, she had signed the papers and had left her cold-hearted ex-husband alone only to realize that she was pregnant with his son. Five years later, the duo crossed part in the most unlikely places and this time, the tables had turned as Kieran would do anything to get Edwina to notice him and most importantly, be with him again. Would Edwina continue to feign indifference to the man who had her heart and the father of her son or would she ignore him and move on with someone else?

Lavender has had a tough life, and because of her lack of opportunities, she is forced to live in the slums of a giant city. She is alone and has to take care of herself while living in a neighborhood that even the police are too scared to come to. She works a full time job in order keep her apartment and tries to stay tough for her own survival. Because of the constant danger, she is forced to dress like a boy for her safety. The world is cruel to her but she can't fight the fact that she was born with a kind heart. Despite her challenges, she finds happiness in her affection toward one of her neighbors. She has developed feelings for a mysterious man that lives below her. She tries to build up the courage to say something to him, but she knows that he could very well be one of the druggies, muggers, or murderers like the rest of the tenants in her building. One thing she could never have expected was that he wasn't a human.

One day, four people are suddenly kidnapped by a strange being. It is then that the four meet and attempt to escape the being's control.

Young Caleb lives a frivolous life of chasing girls until he's called to fight a war in some place he's never heard of. He learns the meaning of respect, of loyalty, friendship, love, and the true meaning of evil.

Luca, a 21-year-old from a struggling neighborhood, feels crushed by the weight of his family’s financial struggles. Bills are piling up, food is scarce, and his younger siblings, Leo and Maria, face uncertain futures with school fees overdue. His mother fights tirelessly to hold the household together, but their situation seems hopeless. Frustrated and desperate to provide for his family, Luca feels trapped in a cycle of poverty with no way out—until a chance encounter offers him an opportunity he can’t ignore. Through Carlo, a middleman for Don Vito, the head of a powerful mafia family, Luca is drawn into the city’s underworld. Despite his nerves, he accepts the offer, motivated by the promise of quick money to ease his family’s burdens. Don Vito, skeptical of Luca’s inexperience, assigns him low-risk tasks such as delivering packages, collecting debts, and gathering information. These jobs, though seemingly minor, give Luca a foothold in the mafia while introducing him to the dangers of his new life. During one of his runs, he crosses paths with Sofia, the captivating daughter of a rival mafia boss. Drawn to her intelligence and beauty, Luca finds an unexpected connection, complicating his growing entanglement in the criminal world.

ETERNITY! The retribution for actions unrepentant, unredeemable and unatonable is a type of torment for the tormenter- executed by the timeless demons of the abyss for eternity. But wait! One demon is missing? - 'OUT FOR HOLIDAY' "What the Hell?!"

In a world where athletes evolve into legends, Joshua Williams is thrust into a high-stakes system where every stat matters and every choice shapes his destiny. With the ability to grow stronger, faster, and smarter by leveling up and unlocking abilities of NFL greats, Joshua must navigate fierce competition, demanding coaches, and a mysterious system that promises greatness but comes at a cost. Watch as you see Joshua grow..

"I came to reclaim this," she said as she pointed to his heart. "It has been a while, have you forgotten me, Orig? Or let me say, my husband, Governor Orig," She whispered as she placed her hand on his chest. Her breath was close to his lips, as if challenging him to resist the urge to throw her onto the bed and teach her a lesson until sunrise. Her hips swayed as she got closer to him, and he couldn't take his eyes off her. Her presence was powerful. He pulled her until she was pressed against his chest. Her fingers finally managed to touch him, and she felt the heat of his body. 'Damn it, are you joking? Your image is still engraved in my mind and heart for those four years, seven months, and five days and...' When he didn’t respond to her words, she decided to speak with her lips, for a few moments. Everyone watched in silence, even he was surprised by her boldness. "No, my dear Taya, it is you who will regret this." Can Taya win back her husband? Will he free himself from the control of his stepmother, confess his feelings for his wife, and correct the mistakes of his past? Read on to discover the secrets between the flames of their love...

When hard-working office worker Zara wakes up in the body of Lavinia Ruthbell, the most hated villainess in the empire’s most popular romance novel, she has one goal: to avoid her death flag at all costs. In the original story, Lavinia was the fiancée of the cold and powerful Duke of Clyne, Adrian Valmont. But Lavinia’s obsession with Adrian and her schemes against the novel’s heroine led to her public execution. Zara is determined to rewrite Lavinia’s fate and live a quiet life far from the spotlight. Unfortunately, Lavinia’s reputation is already ruined, her engagement is still in effect, and the System that governs her new life has an annoying obsession with romance quests. To survive, Zara has to win Adrian’s favor—or at least ensure he doesn’t want her dead. But when Adrian starts acting unexpectedly kind and the System’s quests take an unexpected turn, Zara begins to wonder: is she playing the game, or is someone else pulling the strings?

Life is like a deck of cards, we have an ace- the excellent ones, the jack-the constantly bullied one, a queen- everyone's beloved, a king- oh the ruler, queen's sweetheart, or anything you call under breath- the fucking cheater! But, rest we are common cards- yup, the number cards which come and go, who cares?! However... There's one card rarest of all, in a deck of 52 only one to be found- the joker! This card has been a show-stopper, which was be anything- I mean ANYTHING- a king, queen, Jack, ace, or a common number! However, many people underestimate this very brutally! Until they know it's worth... But that's a long way, isn't it?! **** The story of a Joker, but a hidden one! Sleeping 20 hrs out of 24! "How is he even human?! " But... A master inside with a brain so strong and work like horsepower stuffed inside his thick skull, yup, he wasn't human, He was beyond human! The human, the joker who is the missing link in the game of survival in the apocalypse that has been settled 17 years ago, Now it's returning at a greater pace, Wait that's in the game! Well, the game has entered the red human realm, expecting blood and a forsaken planet And he... "You can't be serious with this sleepy head!! " Who said he can't win a game?! "Okay, would you prefer sleep or life, the most?! " "Sleep" he answered in certain confidence rubbing his sleepy eyes. Eh... let's see if he...survive or sleep?!

Nathan James is an unfortunate man. Born mediocre in an extravagant world, crippled in an accident, he finds himself at his wits end. An unending gray, tinged with the lightest bit of blue. Now, Nathan finds himself in different world with a will to blaze a path of his own. The sole man destined to… wait, he’s not got a special destiny? * * * Currently on hiatus because I was writing a lot at once. Will resume eventually, between a day to a week.

Living in Tokyo, using the Mind-reading Extraction Skill, I thought I could become an all-powerful superhero, but instead, I got dragged into a twisted cycle of love?! Without even a moment to mourn my youth, the one who immediately rushed to the battlefield was— Kiryu Hina (ex-girlfriend), "Remember, this is what you owe me." Ayakoji Chiyoko (current girlfriend), "Break it off with that woman immediately!" Kohinata Motoyo (rough target), "Please, I'll do anything!" Ai Cheng Hua Lian (always losing), "Huh?" Kagura Hikaru (protagonist), "..........." My youth romantic comedy can't possibly be this twisted!!! ================ [Viewer discretion advised, the main story includes the following content:] [Heavy female roles, boomerang relationships, ex-love literature, women fighting, mental breakdowns, underdog comebacks]

Tras ver a una mujer caminar por los pasillos del colegio, nuestro protagonista cree que se enamoró, siendo la primera vez que le pasa. Sin saber exactamente qué es el amor, buscará descifrar lo que siente por ella, mientras afronta los problemas de ambos.

Katsuhira Kazuomi had always hated the idea of coincidences. Sometimes, they work in his favor, but most of the time, they make him miserable. Entering middle school, Kazuomi refused to give in to his misfortunes through effort. Of course, this ended in tragedy. Still, while Kazuomi is sick of these unlucky coincidences ruining his plans, he never blames anything on another person. Now, Kazuomi is just your average high schooler. Wanting to spend an eventful and enjoyable high school life, he puts all forms of pressure off his shoulders going forward. What could this entail for his journey as he continues to forge his previous relationships while forming new ones?